Talent & Onboarding Officer

Mackay Regional Council; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a collaborative, proactive Talent & Onboarding Officer to join our People & Culture team on a temporary part-time basis, 3 days per week (20.25 hours) and Mackay based.

You will coordinate recruitment processes from advertising through onboarding, support hiring managers and candidates, maintain recruitment records and assist with pre-employment checks in a local government setting.

Qualifications

• Must have or be studying Human Resources qualification or related field.
• Experience as HR Assistant, recruitment administration or admin support is valued.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment processes from advertising through onboarding.
• Communicate with applicants and support hiring managers.
• Maintain recruitment records and assist with pre-employment checks.
• Contribute to a smooth, professional and welcoming candidate journey.

Skills

Communication

HR interest

Time management

Collaborative work

Education

Human Resources qualification / current study

Job description

SSC224 | Temporary Part-Time | 3 days per week | 20.25 hours | Mackay based

Contract: Temporary contract until August 2027

Are you looking to grow your career in Human Resources while making a real impact in your local community? Mackay Regional Council is seeking a collaborative, proactive and customer-focused Talent & Onboarding Officer to join our People & Culture team on a temporary part-time basis.

In this hands‑on role, you will support high‑volume, end‑to‑end recruitment activities across Council, working closely with portfolio hiring managers, candidates and the broader Talent & Onboarding team to deliver a positive and timely recruitment experience.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has completed, or is currently studying, a Human Resources qualification, or who brings previous HR Assistant, administration or recruitment support experience and is ready to build practical capability in a supportive local government environment.

About this opportunity

As a Talent & Onboarding Officer, you will help coordinate recruitment processes from advertising through to onboarding. You will communicate with applicants, support hiring managers, maintain recruitment records, assist with pre‑employment checks and contribute to a smooth, professional and welcoming candidate journey.

What you will bring

• A genuine interest in Human Resources, recruitment, onboarding and people‑focused service delivery.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with candidates, hiring managers and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent time management, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a high‑volume environment.
• A collaborative, empathetic and proactive approach, with a strong customer service mindset.
• Previous HR Assistant, recruitment administration, business administration or similar experience, or current study in Human Resources or a related field.
• A willingness to learn, ask questions, take ownership and contribute positively to a supportive team environment.

Why join us?

You will be joining a friendly and experienced People & Culture team where hands‑on training, guidance and support will be provided. This role offers exposure to a wide range of recruitment activities across Council and is an ideal opportunity to develop practical HR skills while contributing to meaningful work that supports services across the Mackay region.

In addition to the above, we also offer the following employee benefits:

• Stream A Level 3 Base hourly rate of $46.00.
• 12% superannuation.
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (Pro‑Rata).
• Flexible work arrangements.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

About you

You will be someone who enjoys working with people, communicates clearly, stays organised and brings a positive, solutions‑focused attitude to a busy team. You will be comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment, managing confidential information professionally and supporting others to achieve great recruitment outcomes.

Want to know more about this role?

View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments.

Important information for applicants:

To be considered for this position, all candidates must have the appropriate working rights for Australia. Your Australian work rights will be verified during the recruitment process.

Applicants who progress beyond the interview stage will be required to undergo a pre‑employment process, which includes comprehensive Pre‑Employment Medical Assessments (inclusive of Drug and Alcohol testing).

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to all available opportunities. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises our employees' unique contributions and perspectives, working together to deliver extraordinary results.

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